Beaver Pond Equine Sanctuary grew out of a lifelong love of horses, land, and stewardship. Jennifer Hahn’s connection to equines began in childhood, growing up riding in Pennsylvania, where her appreciation for animals and farm life took root early. That passion carried forward into adulthood and eventually became central to the life she and her husband, Tom, built together.

In 2015, Tom and Jennifer purchased Tunstall Farm, a historic 100-acre tobacco farm in Bullock, NC, and began the long process of restoring and expanding the property. What started as a personal farm slowly became something more. As animals from various rescue situations found their way to the farm, it became clear that the need for safe, permanent sanctuary extended beyond their original footprint. 

That realization led to the founding of Beaver Pond Equine Sanctuary and the purchase of an additional 32 acres in 2024, adjacent to Tunstall, to establish a dedicated space for lifelong equine care. The sanctuary takes its name from a quiet cove along the nearby lake that borders the property—a reminder of the importance of living in balance with the surrounding watershed. From the beginning, BPES has been guided by a commitment to environmental responsibility, sustainable agricultural practices, and thoughtful land stewardship.

When they are not at the farm, Tom and Jennifer call Durham, North Carolina home, and are the proud parents of two boys, both of whom are studying at NC State. Their charitable work is supported by the Tom and Jennifer Hahn Foundation, a 501(c)(3) private operating foundation that promotes animal welfare,  educational initiatives, and environmental stewardship, values that are woven into every aspect of Beaver Pond Equine Sanctuary.